X-S20vs Now Gen 3
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Polaroid
Now Gen 3 (2024)
Starting from £120 new
Best for Classic Polaroid fans & square-print lovers
View Now Gen 3
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Hybrid Photo & Video — X-S20 (2023): Fujifilm's most accessible X-series body — 7-stop IBIS, 6K video, 20 film simulations, and a user-friendly layout.
Classic Polaroid Fans & Square-Print Lovers — Now Gen 3 (2024): The definitive modern Polaroid. Autofocus, USB-C, and full-sized square prints — classic Polaroid experience, updated for today.
Who should buy what
X-S20 (2023)
- Content creators who want Fujifilm colour science in a vlogging-friendly body
- Hybrid shooters who need IBIS, 6.2K video, and a fully articulating screen
- X-S10 owners looking for a meaningful upgrade with better battery and video
- Beginners who want a capable all-rounder without Fujifilm's traditional dials
Now Gen 3 (2024)
- Anyone who wants the classic full-sized square Polaroid print experience
- Instax users who prefer Polaroid's dreamy colour palette and white border
- Party hosts and event photographers who want iconic-looking keepsakes
- Previous Polaroid Now owners upgrading to the Gen 3's improved autofocus
Quick take: The now gen 3 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S20 (2023) | Now Gen 3 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £849 | £120 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | i-Type / 600 Polaroid film (79 × 79mm / image area 62 × 62mm) |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | — |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, F-Log2, 10-bit | N/A — instant film camera |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Autofocus (0.4m–2m close; 2m–∞ landscape) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops | N/A |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | N/A |
| Battery Life | ~750 shots (CIPA) | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~15 packs) |
| Weight | 491g body only | ~445g |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 138.2 × 112.6 × 62.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | Real-image optical viewfinder |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | N/A |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | i-Type or 600 film (8 shots per pack) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | N/A — instant film only |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C (charging) |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S20 | Now Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Street | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Everyday | — | |
| Low Light | — | |
| Creative | — |
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